“The strategies I’ve learned in the Tinsley Learning Center have really helped my studying. Using the strategies, I went from a 67 on my first biochemistry test to an 80.”
— A TLC Tutor on the advantages of working with at the TLC.
“Having the TLC on my application to medical school was really a major boost. I really cherish my time spent here. I recommend any student trying to get into a professional school to join the team and begin learning life changing skills.”
A former TLC Tutor/SI Leader now in medical school
The Tinsley Learning Center (TLC) offers a variety of educational resources to the Southeastern student. Some of these resources are Embedded Tutoring, Traditional Tutoring, and Peer Assisted Study Sessions (PASS).
Embedded Tutoring (ET) is an academic support program that targets historically difficult courses. ET sessions are regularly scheduled, out-of-class review sessions for all students enrolled in a targeted course. The Embedded Tutor attends class sessions of the targeted class. He/She then host informal tutoring sessions outside of class in which students review the class’s content as a group.
The tutors at the TLC assist students in a variety of courses through traditional tutoring services or Peer Assisted Study Sessions (PASS). Students sign up for traditional tutoring in problem based courses such as chemistry, math and physics. PASS sessions are geared to assist our clients in content mastery through active learning strategies utilized in their PASS. In coordination with our mission statement, our tutors approach tutoring as a process not a product.
1. Enrolled full-time and a sophomore when beginning to work with at least one semester on campus. You may apply before you have earned 30 hours.
2. A minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA,
3. In courses under consideration, an “A” or “B” grade is required, or, in some cases, commensurate skill or experience in the subject,
4. A faculty recommendation in certain courses is required for content-competency
5. Participation in scheduled two-day, pre-semester training sessions is mandatory, along with weekly on-going training sessions
6. A high level of interpersonal, oral and non-verbal communication skills and an ease in relating to people from varying educational, cultural, and social backgrounds
7. A demonstrated level of leadership and responsibility and customer service
8. Courses covered in ET for the Spring 2023 semester are: CHEM 121, CHEM 122, CHEM 261,CHEM 265, CHEM 266.
Embedded Tutors (ETs) attend class sessions of the targeted class. During this class time, some ETs are able to assist the professor/instructor by helping the students in the class. The ET then schedules outside group, tutoring sessions. The purpose of Embedded Tutoring is to provide students with a safe learning environment through a collaborative learning experience. ETs will engage and encourage students to attend weekly, group tutoring sessions. ET’s serve as models of active, responsible, and successful learners by developing related skills and strategies.
1. Flexible schedule
2. $11.00 an hour
3. Great opportunity to collaborate with faculty
4. Strengthens your fundamental skills of ET targeted courses
5. Excellent preparation for Graduate level exams
6. Helping your fellow students
7. Be a part of a thriving and energetic team
1. Enrolled full-time and a sophomore when beginning to work with at least one semester on campus. You may apply before you have earned 30 hours.
2. A minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA
3. In courses under consideration, an “A” or “B” grade is required, or, in some cases, commensurate skill or experience in the subject
4. A faculty recommendation in certain courses is required for content-competency
5. Participation in scheduled two-day, pre-semester training sessions is mandatory
6. A high level of interpersonal, oral and non-verbal communication skills and an ease in relating to people from varying educational, cultural, and social backgrounds,
7. A demonstrated level of leadership, responsibility, and customer service
8. The ability to tutor in multiple subject areas preferred
The purpose of tutoring is to provide students with a safe learning environment through a collaborative learning experience. Tutors will engage and encourage students in becoming active, responsible, and successful learners by developing related skills and strategies. Tutoring is a deliberate process that emphasizes a student’s responsibility for his/her own learning process while the tutor functions as a facilitator or guide. Daily paperwork is required to ensure program accountability in tracking of services.
1. Flexible schedule
2. Team atmosphere
3. Great for preparing for graduate level entrance exams
4. Priority registration
5. Additional copies
6. Give back to your fellow students
7. Professional development opportunities
8. Starting Pay – $9.00 an hour with incentive based pay increases
Qualifications | CRLA Level I | CRLA Level II | CRLA Level III |
|---|---|---|---|
Hours of Training | 10 Hours | 20 Hours | 30 Hours |
Hours of Tutor Time | 25 Hours | 50 Hours | 75 Hours |
Level of Pay | $10.00 an Hour | $11.00 an Hour | $12.00 an Hour |
